Area Operations Chef

Scotsman Hospitality; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Training & development

Travel opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Scotsman Group is seeking an experienced Area Operations Chef to lead kitchen teams across multiple venues. You will drive food quality, menus, and safety standards while mentoring staff and coordinating with site leaders.

Join a fast-paced hospitality group offering travel across locations, competitive salary, and ongoing development opportunities in a dynamic dining landscape.

Qualifications

• Proven Head Chef or Sous Chef in a high-volume, multi-site operation.
• Strong leadership to motivate kitchen teams.
• Willingness to travel across multiple locations.
• Innovative mindset with a passion for quality and presentation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid organisational and time management abilities.
• Relevant culinary qualifications and food hygiene certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on operational support to kitchen teams across locations to ensure consistent food quality and presentation.
• Mentor and train kitchen staff to meet high Scotsman Group standards.
• Assist with menu development and implementation aligned with current trends and guest preferences.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene standards through audits and feedback.
• Address and resolve operational challenges to minimise disruption to service.
• Collaborate with Head Chefs, General Managers, and Area Managers to ensure seamless kitchen operations.

Skills

Head/Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Flexibility

Innovation

Communication

Organisational skills

Culinary qualifications

Food hygiene certifications

Job description

About Scotsman Group

Scotsman Group is a leading hospitality operator with a diverse portfolio of bars, restaurants, hotels, and nightclubs across Scotland. Known for our commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional service, we pride ourselves on delivering memorable experiences to our guests.

About Scotsman Group

Scotsman Group is a leading hospitality operator with a diverse portfolio of bars, restaurants, hotels, and nightclubs across Scotland. Known for our commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional service, we pride ourselves on delivering memorable experiences to our guests.

We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Area Operations Chef to join our team. If you are passionate about food, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have a knack for problem-solving, this role could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Job Responsibilities

As an Area Operations Chef, you will play a key role in supporting the kitchen teams across multiple locations. Your primary duties will include:

• Operational Support: Provide hands-on support to kitchen teams across various locations, ensuring consistency in food quality, presentation, and service.


• Training & Development: Mentor and train kitchen staff, ensuring they meet the high standards set by Scotsman Group.


• Menu Development: Assist with the creation and implementation of new menus, ensuring they are in line with current food trends and customer preferences.


• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all kitchens adhere to health, safety, and food hygiene standards, conducting regular audits and providing feedback.


• Problem Solving: Address and resolve any operational challenges that arise, ensuring minimal disruption to service.


• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the Head Chefs, General Managers, and Area Managers to ensure seamless kitchen operations across all sites.

Key Skills & Experience Required

• Experience: Proven experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef in a high-volume, multi-site operation.


• Leadership: Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire kitchen teams.


• Flexibility: Willingness to travel and work across various locations, sometimes at short notice.


• Innovation: Passion for food and innovation, with a keen eye for detail and quality.


• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with staff and management.


• Organisational Skills: Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.


• Qualifications: Relevant culinary qualifications and food hygiene certifications.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: A competitive salary based on your experience and qualifications.


• Career Progression: Opportunities for career growth within a leading hospitality group.


• Training & Development: Continuous professional development and training opportunities.


• Travel Opportunities: The chance to work across multiple exciting locations.


• Employee Benefits: Discounts on food, beverage, and accommodation across our venues.